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To calculate: The calorie content of a serving that contains 6g fat, 30g carbohydrate, and 8g protein.
Introduction: Energy is measured in the units of calories, and people get calories from food items that they eat. The normal amount of calories that is required by the women is 2000 calories per day. Males require 2500 calories per day to maintain their weight.
To calculate: The percentage of the calories that comes from the fat.
Introduction: The fat content in the food diet provides energy to individuals. This
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